“To narrate my personal interpretation of it.” Credit rating: Extraordinarily OK Games A conceptual album for the now-abandoned Earthblade from the creators behind Celeste has been unveiled by composer Lena Raine. Back in January, Extraordinarily OK Games called off their “2D explor-action” title, which was meant to be a follow-up to the widely acclaimed platformer
Read MoreImage credit attribution: BV If you enjoyed your romantic escapades (and more) with Astarion in Baldur’s Gate 3, and are seeking further adventures, you might be pleased to know that you can now pursue the alluring vampire in Stardew Valley. This new romantic avenue arises from the fan-created Baldur’s Village mod, which we first learned
Read MoreSince the early days of online games in the late ’90s and 2000s, developer NCSoft and its expansive multiplayer online role-playing games have been a constant presence. The company’s one significant advantage against competitors such as Blizzard Entertainment’s World of Warcraft was its focus on bridging the gap between Western and Eastern MMORPG audiences with
Read MoreThe IGF (Independent Games Festival) aims to foster creativity in game development and to honor exceptional game creators who are advancing the medium. This year, Game Developer engaged with the finalists for the IGF’s Nuovo Award and the Seamas McNally Grand Prize before GDC to delve into the themes, design choices, and tools behind each submission. Game Developer and
Read MoreMega Man, Resident Evil, Ghost Trick all on sale Image: Capcom Capcom is currently holding an enormous eShop sale in the US, offering up to 75% off on some of the most iconic titles from this famous studio. Thanks to the ever-reliable Wario64 for spotlighting this event! Among the standout titles is Monster Hunter, and
Read MoreLet’s get started! Image: Nintendo Life It wouldn’t be MAR10 Day without a sale on the eShop, and currently, Nintendo of the United States has launched just that. Alongside the previously announced retail discounts, the MAR10 Day sale is now live on the North American eShop, offering some fantastic reductions on games featuring the beloved
Read MoreLet’s chat! Image: Nintendo Life A recent patent issued by Nintendo suggests that voice chat will be more effectively integrated into the Switch 2, ultimately addressing one of our biggest grievances with the original ‘Switch’ (thanks to Wccftech). This patent was submitted back in November 2024, and it was made public by the US Patent
Read MoreCelebrate it a Mario Day by Jim Norman 3:15pm Nintendo has already begun its MAR10 Day festivities with brand new LEGO, significant discounts, and Alarmo themes. However, there’s a wealth of fan-created content to explore as well. For instance, let us appreciate this stunning animation by the YouTube creator maribou, which provides a quick tour
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Read MoreGameSpot may potentially earn revenue from affiliate and promotional partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases made through links. Clear up Leisure has unveiled a new 1.30 update for Control: Ultimate Edition on PC today. This update will also be available for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S at a later time. The main focus
Read MoreGameSpot may possibly potentially earn revenue from affiliate and marketing partnerships for sharing this content and from transactions made through links. An unusual ESRB rating for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle may imply that the game’s PlayStation 5 launch is just around the corner. Although the ESRB rating itself does not provide a release
Read MoreGameSpot can also genuinely earn revenue through affiliate and advertisement collaborations by promoting this content and from sales through links. Sony Santa Monica and Gallery Nucleus are joining forces for an exhibition to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of God of War later this month, but don’t expect any new announcements. “Given such an impressive lineup
Read MoreGameSpot may potentially earn revenue from affiliate and promotional partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases made through links. Lego celebrated Mario Day by unveiling its latest Nintendo tribute model for adults: Mario & Standard Kart. The 1,972-piece replica showcasing Mario and his iconic pink racing kart will be available on May 15 and
Read MoreGameSpot may receive earnings from affiliate and promotional collaborations for disseminating this content and from purchases through links. Split Fiction, the latest cooperative game created by writer-director Josef Fares and his Hazelight Studios, launched on March 6 and had an impressive opening weekend. The game peaked at 259,003 simultaneous players on Steam on Sunday, March
Read MoreYOU: Season 5 | Official Trailer | Netflix – YouTube Watch On Netflix has unveiled the first full-length trailer for You season 5, and it appears that the walls might finally be closing in on Joe Goldberg. Following a move to London in season 4 and starting anew as a university lecturer, Joe finds himself
Read MoreRest assured, A Quiet Place 3 is in progress, yet it may take some time before we see it. The forthcoming film is moving at a rather slow pace, largely due to director and star John Krasinski’s packed schedule. A third main installment in the horror franchise was announced shortly after A Quiet Place Part
Read MoreSince its release in 2024, Atomfall has often been compared to the Fallout franchise. Even though Insurrection’s open-world survival game commands its own unique style for the most part, there is undoubtedly some influence from its peers. However, the main appeal of Atomfall is – at least in my opinion – its portrayal of a
Read MoreVerdansk is making a return to Call of Duty Warzone, but enthusiasts desire more than just the map; they yearn for all the original mechanics to come back as well. The original Warzone map, Verdansk, will be available once again on April 3, just after the game’s fifth anniversary. This information was revealed last year,
Read MoreIn Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Hideo Kojima appears to be more committed than ever to alluding to his previous creations. The DHV Magellan vessel, which returns as the game’s central antagonist, resembles a great deal like the top of Metal Gear Rex. The latest trailer introduced Luca Marinelli’s role as Neil, who is
Read MoreWithout any additional tasks on the table, the CEO mentions that Fizbin had to “make this tough choice.” Grunt credit: Studio Fizbin Studio Fizbin has confirmed that its forthcoming game, Reignbreaker, will mark its conclusion. In a statement discovered by Game Developer, founder and CEO Alexander Pieper stated, “every magic show has its finale, and
Read More“We are being urged to harm our own interests. We are being asked to endorse AI,” the performer states. Image credit: Respawn / EA The ensemble of voice actors that brings Apex Legends’ characters to life in French has reportedly declined to sign contracts that would permit their voices to be used for AI development.
Read More94% of participants state that AI tools have already been integrated into their studios. According to a recent survey conducted by Modl.ai, 30% of game developers believe that artificial intelligence will have an “extremely significant” impact on quality assurance processes. Conducted in September 2024, the Danish AI firm surveyed 303 game developers based in the
Read MoreParent corporation Krafton verifies reports, stating that the “studio is still operational.” Image credit: Striking Distance Studios Krafton has reported that the developer of Callisto Protocol, Striking Distance Studios, has experienced yet another round of layoffs. In a statement provided to PC Gamer, Krafton mentioned that an unspecified number of employees had been dismissed “to
Read MoreImage credit: Playful Dog / HBO / Eurogamer As we approach 13th April, HBO has unveiled an entirely new teaser for the second season of its critically-acclaimed series, The Last of Us. Once again, the teaser illustrates how closely the television adaptation parallels the game, with several scenes seemingly reenacted shot-for-shot from The Last of
Read MoreChina’s online gaming sector has experienced significant, worldwide successes in recent years with titles like Dark Myth: Wukong and Genshin Impact. However, we have yet to observe similar triumphs from games developed in India – a country with a comparably large population of approximately 1.4 billion people, along with having the fifth largest economy worldwide.
Read MoreThe PC version with modifications remains fundamentally the most attractive way to experience the game. Image credit: Konami Debuted in late 2023, Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Volume 1 was a promising yet ultimately disappointing, buggy, and visually underwhelming attempt from Konami. However, the positive news is that enhancements have been implemented, with version 2.0
Read More“I can’t exit the match without facing penalties, so I simply have to play with them.” Image credits: NetEase Gamers have criticized NetEase for a perceived inadequacy in moderation within Marvel Rival lobbies. “Forget about loser queue, I want to escape the racist queue,” wrote redditor Murkwan on the official Marvel Rivals subreddit. The
Read MoreImage credit: Frontier Frontier’s inaugural Unlocked livestream for 2025 has revealed to Planet Coaster 2 players what they can anticipate when Updates 3 and 4 are released over the coming months. Update 3, anticipated to go live on March 20th, introduces a completely new tutorial and Act 1 Career levels in Sandbox Mode, random rotation
Read MoreIndie newsletter and resource center Pantaloon has unveiled a publishing label to create a “sanctuary for outcasts.” The organization stated it aims to bring unique and unconventional games to market within the micro-indie sector. Pantaloon will provide comprehensive brand-led marketing campaigns, launch management, store optimization, production and quality assurance services, pattern financing, and more. “Pantaloon
Read MoreLong-serving Jagex CEO Phil Mansell is stepping aside from his position after eight years. Mansell is expected to be succeeded by Jon Bellamy, who previously occupied executive positions at the company from 2015 to 2018 and has been a member of the Jagex Board since 2024. Importantly, Bellamy also acts as a consultant for CVC
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